Mizuho Bank is a commercial bank headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, that commenced operations on July 1, 2013. It specializes in providing corporate and investment banking services to major corporations, financial institutions, and public sector entities. The bank offers a variety of deposit products, including current accounts, time deposits, and foreign currency deposits, as well as various loan options such as overdrafts and loans secured by bills and deeds. Mizuho Bank also engages in investment banking, custodial services, syndication, bond administration, real estate finance, acquisition finance, and corporate restructuring. As a subsidiary of Mizuho Financial Group, it combines local market expertise with a global perspective to meet the financial needs of its clients effectively.
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CLAS
Debt Financing in 2025
CLAS, Inc. is a Japan-based company that specializes in online furniture rental and leasing services. It operates as an e-commerce platform, providing rental and subscription options for furniture and home appliances to both individuals and businesses. By offering flexible leasing solutions, CLAS aims to meet the diverse needs of its customers, facilitating access to quality home and office furnishings without the commitment of purchasing.
CLAS
Debt Financing in 2025
CLAS, Inc. is a Japan-based company that specializes in online furniture rental and leasing services. It operates as an e-commerce platform, providing rental and subscription options for furniture and home appliances to both individuals and businesses. By offering flexible leasing solutions, CLAS aims to meet the diverse needs of its customers, facilitating access to quality home and office furnishings without the commitment of purchasing.
Japan Tobacco
Post in 2025
Japan Tobacco Inc. is a leading global manufacturer primarily engaged in the tobacco industry, as well as the pharmaceutical and processed food sectors. It ranks as the third-largest tobacco company worldwide, with a diverse portfolio of well-known brands, including Winston, Camel, Mevius, LD, Logic, and Ploom. The company operates in over 70 countries and sells its products in more than 130 markets, holding significant market shares in Japan, Russia, and the UK. The tobacco segment is the primary driver of revenue, accounting for approximately 90% of group sales, with a substantial portion coming from international operations. Japan Tobacco is committed to innovation and sustainability, actively investing in research and development through its Plant Innovation Center to enhance its product offerings and create reduced-risk alternatives. The company has grown through strategic acquisitions, including the notable purchase of Gallaher in 2007, further solidifying its position in the global market.
Sharing Energy
Debt Financing in 2024
Sharing Energy, established in January 2018 and headquartered in Shinbashi, Minato-ku, Tokyo, specializes in energy management services and photovoltaic power generation systems. The company offers Share Denki, a third-party-owned service that focuses on self-consumption power supply. Its offerings include energy storage and utilization solutions, energy supply services, and comprehensive energy management services. By facilitating the creation of distributed power sources, Sharing Energy aims to transform the energy system and promote sustainability, empowering users to contribute to a more sustainable society.
SkyDrive
Series C in 2024
SkyDrive Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in the design, development, manufacturing, and sales of flying electric vehicles. Founded in 2018, SkyDrive focuses on two primary products: Air Mobility, which includes electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft for manned transport, and Cargo Drones, which cater to logistics needs. The company's innovative solutions aim to provide efficient aerial transportation services, addressing challenges related to time and cost while enhancing the overall quality of life for consumers. With additional operations in Toyota, Japan, SkyDrive is positioned to revolutionize urban mobility and logistics through its advanced aerial technology.
Saudi Electricity Company
Post in 2024
The Saudi Electricity Company (SEC abbreviated or SECO) is a Saudi Arabian power company headquartered in Riyadh.
ANDPAD
Debt Financing in 2024
Andpad provides a construction management application for users throughout Japan. It began operation on September 1, 2015, with its headquarters in Tokyo in Japan.
Sharing Energy
Debt Financing in 2024
Sharing Energy, established in January 2018 and headquartered in Shinbashi, Minato-ku, Tokyo, specializes in energy management services and photovoltaic power generation systems. The company offers Share Denki, a third-party-owned service that focuses on self-consumption power supply. Its offerings include energy storage and utilization solutions, energy supply services, and comprehensive energy management services. By facilitating the creation of distributed power sources, Sharing Energy aims to transform the energy system and promote sustainability, empowering users to contribute to a more sustainable society.
Ubie
Debt Financing in 2024
Ubie, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in developing artificial intelligence-driven healthcare solutions. Its primary product is an AI symptom checker, designed to aid hospitals and physicians by delivering individualized evaluation reports based on patient responses to a brief questionnaire. The system tailors its questions according to various factors, including biological sex, age, medical history, and lifestyle choices. By providing a patient summary and predictive diagnosis, Ubie's technology enhances the diagnostic process, facilitating more personalized care for patients.
Credit Saison
Post in 2024
Credit Saison Co., Ltd. is a prominent financial services company based in Tokyo, Japan, established in 1951. The company operates primarily in five key segments: credit services, leasing, finance, real estate, and entertainment, with credit services generating the majority of its revenue. Credit Saison is recognized as one of Japan's leading card issuers, offering a range of products including credit, prepaid, and debit cards, in partnership with major networks like Visa, MasterCard, and American Express. In addition to card services, the company provides leasing and installment sales for office equipment and other products, credit guarantees for personal loans, and various financing options for real estate investments. Credit Saison is also engaged in digital payment solutions and asset management services. The company emphasizes customer satisfaction, innovative corporate culture, and strategic partnerships, particularly in the evolving internet business sector, while fostering human resource development and promoting a cashless society in Japan and beyond.
1SEC
Debt Financing in 2024
1sec is a virtual influencers in Japan,develop in-house and management. IMPACT to CEKAI in 1 second. Based on the concept of making CEKAI happy in one second, US based in Los Angeles and Japan, based in Tokyo, virtual influencers × AI, fashion & music & The company will develop a number of CEKAI's first and first projects in Japan in the field of enter teignment.
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Debt Financing in 2024
INGAGE Inc., founded in January 2014 and based in Japan, develops a communication platform called "Re:lation." This cloud-based software is designed to help companies manage and track all communications with customers, clients, and partners. By consolidating correspondence from various channels, including email, phone, and social media, Re:lation allows users to maintain a shared inbox that can be assigned to designated team members. This centralization of communication not only streamlines customer support but also enhances collaboration within organizations, enabling them to efficiently manage internal and external interactions. With a founder who has a background in video game development and over a decade of experience in the United States, INGAGE focuses on providing effective IT solutions for businesses.
LocationMind
Debt Financing in 2024
LocationMind Co., Ltd. is an IT company based in Chiyoda, Japan, founded in 2019. It develops artificial intelligence-based software solutions focused on human flow analysis, utilizing big data and spatial information engineering. The company offers products such as LocationMind xPop, a SaaS dashboard for a variety of people flow analysis needs, and MobMap, a tool for analyzing human flow data over time. By leveraging AI models, LocationMind provides insights into people density, movement patterns, and transport modes, serving a diverse range of industries and institutions. Its solutions are designed to enhance the understanding of human flow dynamics, critical for various applications in next-generation technology.
Elephantech
Debt Financing in 2023
Elephantech Inc., founded in January 2014 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in the manufacturing of electronic circuits with a focus on sustainability. The company utilizes innovative metal inkjet printing technology to produce flexible printed circuit boards, employing silver nano ink and electroless copper plating. This advanced manufacturing process allows Elephantech to offer clients cost-effective and environmentally friendly solutions. Additionally, the company develops application products using flexible substrates, further enhancing its commitment to sustainable practices in the electric industry.
The Export-Import Bank of Korea
Debt Financing in 2023
The Export-Import Bank of Korea, established in 1976 and headquartered in Seoul, South Korea, supports Korean enterprises engaged in international business through various financial programs. Its primary services include export and trade finance, as well as loan and guarantee programs tailored to meet the diverse needs of clients. The bank provides financing for export-related activities, import transactions, and overseas investments, alongside financial advisory services. It also manages government-entrusted funds aimed at fostering economic development and international cooperation. The Export-Import Bank of Korea operates a network of ten domestic branches, three domestic offices, and twenty-four overseas offices to facilitate its operations and enhance support for Korean businesses abroad. Through these initiatives, the bank plays a crucial role in promoting economic growth and strengthening Korea's global trade relationships.
Sensyn Robotics
Venture Round in 2023
Sensyn Robotics they have been developing business solutions that combine robotics technology such as drones with advanced technology. In particular, by promoting automation and generalization, they are proposing new ways to solve business problems, including saving labor and enabling unattended operations. In this way, in addition to helping tackle the social issues facing Japan, they plan to offer a diverse range of solutions developed in Japan, a front-runner of global challenges, to the rest of the world.
Alt
Debt Financing in 2023
Alt, Inc. is a technology company based in Tokyo, Japan, specializing in the development of mobile applications centered around personalized artificial intelligence. The company creates a digital replica of users that integrates with their frequently used social networking services and applications. This innovative system learns and adapts to the user's preferences and behaviors, effectively mirroring their personality in a virtual format. Alt's focus on personal AI aims to enhance user experiences and create lasting value in everyday life through its software-as-a-service and infrastructure solutions.
Photo electron Soul
Venture Round in 2023
Photo Electron Soul Inc. is a Japanese company based in Nagoya, established in July 2015, that specializes in the development and management of photocathode electron beam systems. The company focuses on creating advanced electron beam generating apparatuses that leverage semiconductor photocathode technology. These innovations aim to enhance the capabilities of industrial equipment, including electron microscopes, semiconductor manufacturing and inspection tools, and metal 3D printers. By improving electron beam performance with attributes such as pulse structure, low dispersion, and high current, Photo Electron Soul aims to facilitate fine observation and processing across various sectors, including science, materials, and electronics. The company's mission centers on transforming the fields of observation and processing through cutting-edge technology.
Ubie
Debt Financing in 2022
Ubie, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in developing artificial intelligence-driven healthcare solutions. Its primary product is an AI symptom checker, designed to aid hospitals and physicians by delivering individualized evaluation reports based on patient responses to a brief questionnaire. The system tailors its questions according to various factors, including biological sex, age, medical history, and lifestyle choices. By providing a patient summary and predictive diagnosis, Ubie's technology enhances the diagnostic process, facilitating more personalized care for patients.
Zeals
Series E in 2022
Zeals is a prominent conversational commerce company based in Japan, catering to over 400 large domestic and multinational enterprises. The company specializes in providing automated conversational engagement through its ZEALS Chatbot Commerce platform, which operates on messaging applications. This service aims to enhance customer interaction by mimicking the experience of a human sales representative, thereby transforming the way commerce is conducted and improving overall customer engagement.
Zeals
Debt Financing in 2022
Zeals is a prominent conversational commerce company based in Japan, catering to over 400 large domestic and multinational enterprises. The company specializes in providing automated conversational engagement through its ZEALS Chatbot Commerce platform, which operates on messaging applications. This service aims to enhance customer interaction by mimicking the experience of a human sales representative, thereby transforming the way commerce is conducted and improving overall customer engagement.
RABO
Series A in 2021
RABO, Inc. is a company based in Shibuya, Japan, that specializes in the design, manufacture, and distribution of Internet of Things-based wearable devices for cats. Founded in 2018, RABO develops innovative solutions to monitor feline behavior and health. Its product lineup includes the Catlog pendant and belt, which track various activity metrics for cats throughout the day, and the Catlog app, a mobile application that allows cat owners to review their pets' data. RABO's offerings aim to enhance cat health management by providing insights into behaviors such as weight and urine volume. The company's products are primarily available through online retail channels.
fermata
Venture Round in 2021
Fermata is a multifaceted platform established in 2019 that specializes in providing high-quality solutions in the women's health sector. The company offers market entry services, product distribution, localization support, and B2B consulting, aimed at enhancing the quality of life for women. With a strong emphasis on women's health, Fermata has built partnerships with international femtech hubs and developed a network of over 2,000 companies globally. The expertise of its diverse team spans public health, community development, and various industry fields, contributing to Fermata's growth and its reputation as a thought leader in the femtech industry in Asia.
Fairy Devices
Series B in 2021
Fairy Devices Inc specializes in research and development within the fields of machine learning, audio, and voice recognition. Founded in 2007 and based in Bunkyo-Ku, Japan, the company focuses on creating and commercializing voice dialogue systems tailored to corporate needs. Its flagship product, the mimi cloud-based API service, enables users to develop and implement various voice processing applications, including speech recognition, machine translation, speech synthesis, and emotion recognition. This platform supports a wide range of services such as voice transcription, multilingual translation, interactive robots, signage, and smart home technologies. Additionally, Fairy Devices develops and sells Fairy I/O, a series of hardware designed for voice input and output, contributing to the advancement of user experience design and dialogue systems.
Paidy
Venture Round in 2020
Paidy Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in a cardless real-time payment network designed to facilitate online transactions without the need for credit cards or pre-registration. Founded in 2008, Paidy enables consumers to make purchases online and pay for them later through a consolidated monthly bill. The platform is optimized for mobile use and instant-checkout, catering to the preferences of Japanese consumers who typically avoid credit card usage for online payments. By utilizing proprietary technology to assess creditworthiness and underwrite transactions, Paidy guarantees payment to merchants, thereby enhancing their conversion rates, average order values, and repeat purchases. Through its innovative payment solutions, Paidy supports eCommerce operators in boosting sales and overall profitability.
Ai Robotics
Series D in 2020
Ai Robotics Inc., founded in 2016 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in providing various services that leverage artificial intelligence technology. The company offers automatic advertisement operation optimization, which includes AI automation, algorithm bidding, and auto-tuning to enhance advertising effectiveness. Additionally, Ai Robotics develops online videos targeted at women and provides comprehensive e-commerce support services that encompass product and brand planning, customer attraction, and customer relationship management (CRM). The company also focuses on the planning, development, and sales of skincare products and beauty appliances, utilizing its self-developed AI to enhance these offerings. Through its diverse range of services, Ai Robotics aims to help clients maximize their profits and improve their market presence.
Clue
Debt Financing in 2020
CLUE, Inc. is a technology startup based in Tokyo, Japan, founded in 2014. The company specializes in developing drone automation software and offers a range of products aimed at various sectors. Notable offerings include DroneRoofer, which facilitates exterior roof inspections and construction surveying, and Drone Construction Management, a software solution for remote construction inspections that supports cloud collaboration on captured images. Additionally, CLUE, Inc. provides Drone View-kun, a software designed for photographing condominiums and properties using drones. Through these innovations, the company aims to enhance efficiency and accuracy in construction and property management.
CAMPFIRE
Series E in 2020
CAMPFIRE, Inc. is a prominent player in Japan's crowdfunding sector, focusing on planning, developing, and managing various cloud funding platforms. Its flagship platform, CAMPFIRE, supports individuals and organizations looking to launch projects confidently, having facilitated around 15,000 initiatives that garnered approximately $70 million from over 700,000 contributors. In addition to CAMPFIRE, the company offers specialized services including GoodMorning for socially beneficial projects, CLOSS for fashion-related endeavors, and FAAVO, which focuses on regional projects. It also features polka, a unique application for personal fundraising events, CAMPFIRE Bank for financial services, and Gojo, a community wallet application for shared finances among family and friends. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Tokyo, CAMPFIRE caters to a diverse clientele, including individuals, creators, companies, non-profit organizations, universities, and local governments, addressing a wide range of financial needs.
OpenLogi
Series C in 2020
OpenLogi Inc. is a Tokyo-based logistics platform established in December 2013, designed specifically for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and freelancers. The company offers an outsourced logistics solution that includes features such as warehouse inspection, storage, shipping, and management of returned merchandise, all accessible through a user-friendly dashboard. By leveraging unused warehouse assets and optimizing logistics operations, OpenLogi provides affordable rates and innovative technology to streamline warehouse control systems. Founded by Hidetsugu Ito, who previously worked on the Japanese magazine subscription service Fujisan.co.jp, OpenLogi aims to address the logistics challenges faced by small e-commerce businesses in Japan.
OpenLogi
Debt Financing in 2020
OpenLogi Inc. is a Tokyo-based logistics platform established in December 2013, designed specifically for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and freelancers. The company offers an outsourced logistics solution that includes features such as warehouse inspection, storage, shipping, and management of returned merchandise, all accessible through a user-friendly dashboard. By leveraging unused warehouse assets and optimizing logistics operations, OpenLogi provides affordable rates and innovative technology to streamline warehouse control systems. Founded by Hidetsugu Ito, who previously worked on the Japanese magazine subscription service Fujisan.co.jp, OpenLogi aims to address the logistics challenges faced by small e-commerce businesses in Japan.
Appier
Venture Round in 2020
Appier Inc. is a technology company headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan, founded in 2012. It specializes in providing artificial intelligence platforms designed to enhance customer engagement and facilitate data-driven decision-making for enterprises. Appier offers a suite of products, including Aideal, which helps businesses influence purchase decisions and shorten sales cycles; AIQUA, a proactive platform for customer engagement based on user behavior; AIXON, a data science platform that consolidates customer data for predictive analytics; and CrossX, an AI-powered advertising solution for optimizing campaign performance. The company serves around 1,000 global brands and agencies and has a presence in 14 markets across Asia, including Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Tokyo, and Sydney. Appier’s solutions allow businesses to leverage AI for improved targeting and customer retention, making it easier for them to operate in a cross-screen environment without needing extensive in-house AI expertise.
Sensyn Robotics
Venture Round in 2020
Sensyn Robotics they have been developing business solutions that combine robotics technology such as drones with advanced technology. In particular, by promoting automation and generalization, they are proposing new ways to solve business problems, including saving labor and enabling unattended operations. In this way, in addition to helping tackle the social issues facing Japan, they plan to offer a diverse range of solutions developed in Japan, a front-runner of global challenges, to the rest of the world.
Sensyn Robotics
Debt Financing in 2020
Sensyn Robotics they have been developing business solutions that combine robotics technology such as drones with advanced technology. In particular, by promoting automation and generalization, they are proposing new ways to solve business problems, including saving labor and enabling unattended operations. In this way, in addition to helping tackle the social issues facing Japan, they plan to offer a diverse range of solutions developed in Japan, a front-runner of global challenges, to the rest of the world.
TVISION INSIGHTS
Venture Round in 2020
TVISION INSIGHTS is a company that measures the "viewing quality" of television. Utilizing state-of-the-art human body recognition technology developed by TVISION, it is rare in the world to acquire TV viewing status in the living room and convert it into data, and a very unique data set that does not exist is founded It has been acquired and accumulated since then. Currently, we have expanded our bases globally and have expanded to Tokyo, Boston and New York. While challenging challenges in different markets,we are continuing to grow rapidly to realize the original potential of TV.
Jiraffe
Series C in 2020
Jiraffe Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2014 that specializes in the planning, development, and management of internet services. The company operates a platform that allows customers to compare prices for iPhone repairs and parts, as well as to buy and sell smartphones. Additionally, Jiraffe provides a flea market trading application designed for collectors, focusing on items such as trading cards and sneakers. This platform not only facilitates price comparison for various products in Japan but also enables users to make informed buying decisions and trade genuine products within a specialized marketplace.
VPP Japan
Venture Round in 2020
VPP Japan, Inc. is a renewable energy management company based in Tokyo, Japan, focused on the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity through solar energy. Founded in June 2017, the company operates solar power plants that provide electricity for various applications, including service shop centers for electric vehicle charging, storage batteries, and residential homes. VPP Japan aims to maximize the use of clean energy by developing self-consumption solar power generation systems that are resilient to disasters, ensuring energy availability regardless of sunlight conditions. Through its innovative approach, the company facilitates the transition to renewable energy sources for both residential and commercial customers, contributing to the reduction of carbon dioxide emissions.
bellFace
Venture Round in 2020
bellFace Inc. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2015 that specializes in developing a platform for web production and video conferencing tailored for business-to-business sales and customer support. The platform allows for seamless connections without the need for login or installation, operating directly within a browser for quick access. Its patented audio system utilizes telephone lines to ensure uninterrupted communication, distinguishing it from traditional web meeting systems. bellFace enhances the sales experience by incorporating features such as document sharing and scripting functions, facilitating interactions that resemble face-to-face meetings. The system is specifically designed to support remote sales activities, making it particularly useful for sectors like banking and securities retail.
Baseconnect
Series A in 2020
Baseconnect Inc., founded in 2017 and based in Kyoto, Japan, specializes in developing and operating BaseconnectList, a corporate sales support database. The company provides Musubu, a cloud-based platform that leverages artificial intelligence to enhance corporate sales by targeting prospective customers and creating tailored company lists. This innovative approach aims to improve the efficiency of sales operations by connecting global data and facilitating better access to information for businesses.
AWL
Series A in 2020
AWL, Inc. specializes in developing artificial intelligence-based camera solutions tailored for the retail sector. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Chiyoda, Japan, the company offers products such as AWL BOX, which enhances existing security cameras with AI capabilities, and AWL Lite, an application that allows smartphone monitoring of retail operations. AWL focuses on video analytics using AI and deep learning to provide actionable insights that help improve store operations and employee-customer interactions. The company is currently engaged in business development through real-world store trials, aiming to expand its services to retail industries both in Japan and internationally. With additional offices in Tokyo, Hokkaido, and Hanoi, AWL is committed to enhancing operational efficiency and value in brick-and-mortar retail environments.
Paidy
Debt Financing in 2019
Paidy Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in a cardless real-time payment network designed to facilitate online transactions without the need for credit cards or pre-registration. Founded in 2008, Paidy enables consumers to make purchases online and pay for them later through a consolidated monthly bill. The platform is optimized for mobile use and instant-checkout, catering to the preferences of Japanese consumers who typically avoid credit card usage for online payments. By utilizing proprietary technology to assess creditworthiness and underwrite transactions, Paidy guarantees payment to merchants, thereby enhancing their conversion rates, average order values, and repeat purchases. Through its innovative payment solutions, Paidy supports eCommerce operators in boosting sales and overall profitability.
bitkey
Debt Financing in 2019
Bitkey, Inc. is a technology company based in Chuo-ku, Japan, founded in 2018. It specializes in developing a smart lock device that utilizes blockchain technology and encryption to create a digital key infrastructure. The company's innovative platform is designed to enhance connectivity by integrating digital platforms and smart devices, allowing for seamless identification and authorization through a single identity document. Bitkey's products are applicable in various settings, including homes, offices, and hotels, and aim to improve convenience in workplace environments. Additionally, the platform facilitates the digitalization of existing locks and integrates tenant applications with real estate management systems, enabling services such as parcel delivery and housekeeping even in the absence of tenants.
COREKARA
Seed Round in 2019
Corekara Inc, founded in 2012 and based in Tokyo, Japan, provides a range of services including web design, content marketing, and IT solutions. The company operates additional offices in Osaka and Fukuoka. Corekara specializes in online advertising operations, utilizing proprietary artificial intelligence and machine learning to enhance advertising effectiveness. Its platform focuses on managing advertising operations to help businesses and brands align contextually relevant content, ultimately aiming to increase sales and profits for its clients.
COREKARA
Debt Financing in 2019
Corekara Inc, founded in 2012 and based in Tokyo, Japan, provides a range of services including web design, content marketing, and IT solutions. The company operates additional offices in Osaka and Fukuoka. Corekara specializes in online advertising operations, utilizing proprietary artificial intelligence and machine learning to enhance advertising effectiveness. Its platform focuses on managing advertising operations to help businesses and brands align contextually relevant content, ultimately aiming to increase sales and profits for its clients.
Ghelia
Corporate Round in 2019
Ghelia Co., Ltd., founded in 2017 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in integrated artificial intelligence solutions designed to enhance business operations. The company develops a comprehensive AI platform that includes both hardware, such as Deep Station, and software, such as Deep Analyzer. This platform facilitates algorithm development, rapid server calculations, and supervised data evaluation, making advanced deep learning technology accessible to a wide range of users. Ghelia's mission is to democratize the benefits of AI, enabling individuals and organizations across various sectors to leverage cutting-edge technology for improved efficiency and collaboration between humans and artificial intelligence.
Active SONAR
Venture Round in 2019
Active SONAR .Inc is a subscription e-commerce company for the Japanese market. It offers RECLO and FLIP, e-commerce applications. Active SONAR .Inc was founded in November 2012 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.
AVA Intelligence
Seed Round in 2019
AVA Intelligence Inc. is a company that specializes in developing an artificial intelligence-based software solution focused on personalized travel recommendations. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with an additional office in Shibuya, the company provides services that include a travel information platform. This platform allows users to search for travel destinations based on their personality traits and specific travel conditions, such as purpose and preferences. It consolidates various travel details, including sightseeing spots, restaurants, accommodations, and activities, into a single interface, thereby streamlining the travel planning process. By offering tailored suggestions, AVA Intelligence aims to enhance the travel experience while saving users time and effort by eliminating the need to navigate multiple travel information sources.
Yappli
Series C in 2019
Yappli is a Tokyo-based B2B SaaS company that offers a no-code platform for developing, managing, and analyzing mobile applications. The platform empowers users to create enterprise-grade native apps without any coding skills, allowing for full control over the app's design and functionality. Yappli's innovative solutions cater to notable clients such as The North Face, GYAO, Azul by Moussy, and Cartoon Network, positioning the company as a significant player in the app development industry. With numerous API integrations and external services, Yappli enhances the app experience while ensuring users retain ownership of their accounts and applications. The company is recognized for its achievements, having placed in various prestigious rankings, including CLOUD TOP10 Forbes Japan and Deloitte Fast 50 Japan. Through its dedicated support team, Yappli assists businesses in effortlessly designing customized applications tailored to their needs.
Yappli
Debt Financing in 2019
Yappli is a Tokyo-based B2B SaaS company that offers a no-code platform for developing, managing, and analyzing mobile applications. The platform empowers users to create enterprise-grade native apps without any coding skills, allowing for full control over the app's design and functionality. Yappli's innovative solutions cater to notable clients such as The North Face, GYAO, Azul by Moussy, and Cartoon Network, positioning the company as a significant player in the app development industry. With numerous API integrations and external services, Yappli enhances the app experience while ensuring users retain ownership of their accounts and applications. The company is recognized for its achievements, having placed in various prestigious rankings, including CLOUD TOP10 Forbes Japan and Deloitte Fast 50 Japan. Through its dedicated support team, Yappli assists businesses in effortlessly designing customized applications tailored to their needs.
KIOXIA
Funding Round in 2019
Toshiba Memory Corporation develops and manufactures non-volatile memory solutions, which include wireless secure digital (SD) cards, micro SD cards, and USB sticks. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.
DIV
Venture Round in 2019
DIV Inc., founded in 2012 and based in Tokyo, Japan, specializes in offering programming courses and training programs. The company operates TECH::CAMP, a programming school that provides short-term intensive training designed to transform students into skilled engineers. DIV's programming schools are available in both online and classroom formats, catering to individuals looking to transition from inexperienced workers to professional engineers. This approach not only equips students with essential programming skills but also enhances their employability in the technology sector, particularly as web designers.
Stockmark
Series A in 2019
Stockmark Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2015 that specializes in developing and operating business decision support services leveraging artificial intelligence and text mining technologies. The company offers a range of services, including data mining, user preference extraction, and high-precision predictive analytics. Its artificial intelligence solutions focus on natural language processing, which aids in information processing and corporate culture transformation. Stockmark's software is designed to accelerate business creation activities by predicting market changes and enhancing internal management and sales strategies, thereby enabling clients to make informed decisions and effectively assess their business situations.
Quan
Venture Round in 2019
Quan Inc. is a Tokyo-based company that specializes in developing characters and game content for smartphone applications and web platforms. Established in 2011, the company offers a diverse portfolio of over 500 characters, including popular figures such as Betakkuma, Sugar Cubs, and Mr. Egg, which are used in chat applications and mobile services primarily in Japan and Southeast Asia. In addition to character development, Quan Inc. creates content for social and casual games, as well as keyboard and sticker applications. The company also provides global content distribution services and engages in public relations and advertising, focusing on market research, translation, and game management.
GIFMAGAZINE
Debt Financing in 2019
GIFMAGAZINE is Japan's largest platform dedicated to the posting and sharing of GIF animations, with approximately 150,000 new works submitted each month. It serves as a community hub for creators who produce artistic and unique GIFs, with select individuals recognized as "GIFMAGAZINE Official GIFers." The platform not only facilitates the sharing and searching of GIF content but also aims to foster new pop cultures by providing official GIF stamps related to anime, movies, and idols. This allows users to convey emotions visually, transcending traditional language barriers.
Wacul
Venture Round in 2018
Wacul Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2010 that specializes in web improvement consulting services. The firm focuses on simplifying the decision-making processes for enterprises through the integration of artificial intelligence. Wacul supports digital transformation by offering a range of services, including its AI analyst series, which encompasses a digital marketing platform and various consulting services related to digital experience (DX).
Baseconnect
Series A in 2018
Baseconnect Inc., founded in 2017 and based in Kyoto, Japan, specializes in developing and operating BaseconnectList, a corporate sales support database. The company provides Musubu, a cloud-based platform that leverages artificial intelligence to enhance corporate sales by targeting prospective customers and creating tailored company lists. This innovative approach aims to improve the efficiency of sales operations by connecting global data and facilitating better access to information for businesses.
Plaid
Venture Round in 2018
Plaid, Inc. operates KARTE, a cloud-based customer experience platform in Japan that focuses on analyzing customer behavior on websites and apps to facilitate personalized communication. The company also manages EC-specialized media, Shopping Tribe, and CX-specialized media, XD. Plaid serves various industries, including finance, insurance, human resources, retail, apparel, real estate, IT, media, transportation, manufacturing, healthcare, and education. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Tokyo, Plaid aims to simplify the process of customer data analysis and improve site performance, helping businesses optimize their customer engagement strategies.
Plaid
Debt Financing in 2018
Plaid, Inc. operates KARTE, a cloud-based customer experience platform in Japan that focuses on analyzing customer behavior on websites and apps to facilitate personalized communication. The company also manages EC-specialized media, Shopping Tribe, and CX-specialized media, XD. Plaid serves various industries, including finance, insurance, human resources, retail, apparel, real estate, IT, media, transportation, manufacturing, healthcare, and education. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Tokyo, Plaid aims to simplify the process of customer data analysis and improve site performance, helping businesses optimize their customer engagement strategies.
Gizumo
Corporate Round in 2018
Gizumo Inc. is a Tokyo-based company established in 2015, specializing in system engineering services for the information technology industry. The firm offers a range of services that include web design, development, digital solutions, and website management to meet diverse business needs. In addition to its core IT services, Gizumo also provides training and contract development services, positioning itself as a comprehensive provider within the digital landscape.
Preferred Networks
Venture Round in 2017
Preferred Networks, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2014 that specializes in developing software and hardware solutions leveraging advanced machine learning technologies. Its core focus areas include transportation systems, manufacturing, and bio-healthcare, while also exploring applications in personal robotics, materials discovery, and sports analytics. The company provides a range of services, including data analytics, edge computing, and computer vision, to various sectors such as retail, automotive, healthcare, and public safety. By integrating data from both physical and digital realms, Preferred Networks aims to create practical applications that enhance automation and efficiency across industries. Additionally, the company has a subsidiary located in Burlingame, California, further expanding its reach and capabilities.
Adoir
Seed Round in 2017
adoir Co., Ltd. is a online video communication company focused on a for Japan's company export , adoir was established in Tokyo in 2012 as a small startup.Our vision is "Japan worth spreading" .Japan has many worth something(technology and culture etc...) We discover Japan's worth,and export by online video for global market.If you want know Japan's worth technology and culture,please contact as.
Yappli
Series B in 2017
Yappli is a Tokyo-based B2B SaaS company that offers a no-code platform for developing, managing, and analyzing mobile applications. The platform empowers users to create enterprise-grade native apps without any coding skills, allowing for full control over the app's design and functionality. Yappli's innovative solutions cater to notable clients such as The North Face, GYAO, Azul by Moussy, and Cartoon Network, positioning the company as a significant player in the app development industry. With numerous API integrations and external services, Yappli enhances the app experience while ensuring users retain ownership of their accounts and applications. The company is recognized for its achievements, having placed in various prestigious rankings, including CLOUD TOP10 Forbes Japan and Deloitte Fast 50 Japan. Through its dedicated support team, Yappli assists businesses in effortlessly designing customized applications tailored to their needs.
WAmazing
Debt Financing in 2017
WAmazing, founded in 2016 and based in Tokyo, Japan, offers essential services for foreign travelers visiting the country. The company provides free SIM cards that allow tourists to register before arriving in Japan, facilitating access to mobile internet services of up to 500MB through its app. This service addresses challenges faced by visitors, such as navigating Japanese sign-up pages that require local phone numbers for free Wi-Fi access. In addition to SIM cards, WAmazing's platform serves as a multilingual travel guide, offering tour applications, reservation information, and tourism consulting services for local governments and tourism organizations. By enabling tourists to access vital information through their smartphones, WAmazing enhances the travel experience in Japan.
SanBio
Post in 2017
SanBio is a regenerative medicine company focused on developing cell-based therapies for various medical conditions. The company is advancing several innovative products, notably SB623, which is in a Phase 2b clinical trial aimed at treating chronic motor impairments due to stroke. This product is being developed in collaboration with Sumitomo Dainippon Pharma Co., Ltd. and is also undergoing a global Phase 2 trial for motor impairment resulting from traumatic brain injury in the United States and Japan. Additionally, SanBio is exploring other therapeutic candidates, including SB618, which targets peripheral neuropathy, and SB308, designed for muscular dystrophy. The company's research encompasses a range of neurological and degenerative conditions, emphasizing its commitment to pioneering regenerative therapies.
Triple W
Series A in 2017
Triple W is a company that has developed DFree, an innovative wearable device aimed at assisting elderly and disabled individuals suffering from incontinence. The device utilizes a non-invasive ultrasonic sensor to monitor bladder movements and predict when a user will need to use the bathroom. By analyzing the collected data, DFree sends notifications to the user's smartphone, allowing caregivers to better manage toilet timings. This technology has gained traction, with DFree being marketed across Asia and Europe and utilized in over 500 senior care facilities. Triple W operates offices in Japan, France, and the United States.
Wovn Technologies
Venture Round in 2017
Wovn Technologies, Inc. specializes in website localization software, enabling clients to translate their websites into multiple languages effectively. Founded in 2014 and based in Minato, Japan, the company assesses individual website and translation needs, providing tailored localization solutions. Wovn Technologies simplifies the process of multilingualization, making it accessible for a diverse range of users, from developers to bloggers. The company also offers ongoing customer support and advice to ensure successful implementation of its services.
LOB
Corporate Round in 2016
LOB Inc. is an advertising technology company established in 2016 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. The company focuses on developing and providing innovative advertising platforms designed to enhance marketing efforts. LOB aims to create mechanisms that enable engineers to concentrate on software development, thereby streamlining the advertising process and improving overall efficiency.
StreetAcademy
Venture Round in 2016
StreetAcademy, Inc. is a Tokyo-based technology firm that operates an online course marketplace and social education platform. The platform connects teachers with learners, allowing users to offer and access a variety of courses. In addition to individual education, StreetAcademy provides corporate training, instructor dispatch services, and employee education programs. Through its offerings, the company aims to enhance learning opportunities and support career success for its users.
Canadian Solar
Post in 2016
Canadian Solar Inc. is a leading solar power company based in Guelph, Canada, that specializes in the design, development, manufacture, and sale of a comprehensive range of solar energy products. These include solar ingots, wafers, cells, modules, and complete solar system kits designed for various applications. The company operates primarily through two segments: Module and System Solutions (MSS), which focuses on manufacturing and selling solar products along with engineering and operational services, and Energy, which is dedicated to the development and management of solar power projects and the sale of electricity. Canadian Solar serves a diverse customer base, including distributors, project developers, and installers, and has a strong global presence, with operations in multiple regions including North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 2001, the company has made significant contributions to the renewable energy sector by expanding solar power infrastructure worldwide.
FiNC
Debt Financing in 2015
FiNC Technologies Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2012 that specializes in health and wellness solutions through an AI-enabled platform. This platform is designed to help consumers manage their wellness by offering preventive medicine and smartphone-based healthcare services. By combining data analysis, rich content, and social elements, FiNC's platform enables users to log and understand their health and lifestyle choices, including diet, sleep, and exercise habits. The company's focus is on providing personalized healthcare support, empowering individuals to improve their overall well-being.
FiNC
Series A in 2014
FiNC Technologies Co., Ltd. is a Tokyo-based company founded in 2012 that specializes in health and wellness solutions through an AI-enabled platform. This platform is designed to help consumers manage their wellness by offering preventive medicine and smartphone-based healthcare services. By combining data analysis, rich content, and social elements, FiNC's platform enables users to log and understand their health and lifestyle choices, including diet, sleep, and exercise habits. The company's focus is on providing personalized healthcare support, empowering individuals to improve their overall well-being.
Egenera
Series C in 2002
Egenera, Inc. is a provider of cloud services and data center infrastructure management software, headquartered in Boxborough, Massachusetts, with additional offices in Tokyo and Dublin. Founded in 2000, the company specializes in delivering the Egenera Cloud Suite, which includes PAN Cloud Director, PAN Manager, and PAN Domain Manager. This suite allows enterprises and service providers to design, deploy, manage, and protect IT as a cloud service. Egenera's offerings also encompass the Xterity Cloud Service, which provides dedicated, managed, private, and hybrid cloud services, including Infrastructure as a Service, Disaster Recovery as a Service, and Backup as a Service, primarily through partnerships with managed service providers and independent software vendors. The company supports a diverse clientele, including enterprise data centers, government agencies, and various service providers globally, and maintains partnerships with leading technology firms to enhance its product capabilities. In addition to software solutions, Egenera offers consulting, training, and various support services to its clients.
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